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Bernie Sanders: “Because they have the guts to talk to the issues that are on the minds of ordinary Americans. It’s not more complicated…”

On the recordAugust 5, 2026
Because they have the guts to talk to the issues that are on the minds of ordinary Americans. It’s not more complicated than that.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

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On progressive candidates addressing key issues.

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